Hyundai Philippines has officially launched the nine-seater version of the Staria van. It is based on the model’s top-spec Premium+ AWD trim, and as of its launch, it is priced at Php 2,830,000.
The new nine-seater version is based on the Premium+ trim [Photo: Hyundai PH]
On the outside, the nine-seater version of the Korean brand’s people-mover retains a majority of the styling and equipment of the Premium+ variant. It gets power sliding doors and a power tailgate for easy access to its interior, LED headlamps, and parametric pixel LED taillights.
The new version of the Staria likewise sits on a set of 18-inch two-tone alloy wheels, while sporting copper accents on its power-folding side mirrors and grille. But one feature omitted on the nine-seater is the sunroof available on the seven-seater version.
Inside, the Staria Premium+ nine-seater gets an additional row of captain seats. These do not get the ventilation function present on the seven-seater version, but they can be swiveled to face the third and fourth-row passengers. This configuration creates a space conducive to socializing which is great for family or business trips.
It gets an additional row of captain seats [Photo: Hyundai PH]
Other interior amenities present on the nine-seater Staria are a 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster and an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The latter gets Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth connectivity. Like the touchscreen on the seven-seater Premium+, it is linked to a 12-piece Bose speaker system.
Safety aboard the new version is handled by an extensive kit that includes adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and forward collision warning, among others. It also gets the same set of standard safety bits found on the seven-seater model.
Propelling the Staria Premium+ nine-seater is a 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine that can make up to 175 horsepower and 430 Nm of torque. It assumes a front-engine, all-wheel-drive layout, and it uses an eight-speed automatic transmission.
![The new row of captain seats can swivel to face the third and fourth row [Photo: Hyundai PH]](https://img.philkotse.com/temp/2024/07/26/2-f7fb-wm-58af.webp "The new row of captain seats can swivel to face the third and fourth row [Photo: Hyundai PH]")
The new row of captain seats can swivel to face the third and fourth rows [Photo: Hyundai PH]
As mentioned above, the 2024 Staria Premium+ nine-seater is priced at Php 2.83 million. That’s actually Php 200,000 less than the seven-seater version. For your reference, the regular seven-seater Premium+ currently retails at Php 2,930,000.
Besides the new Staria Premium+ nine-seater, Hyundai Philippines also launched the Stargazer X and the all-new 2024 Custin minivan. With these additions to its lineup, the Korean brand further solidifies its selection of people-moving models for the local market.
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Know more about Hyundai Staria 2024
The Hyundai Staria is an MPV available in a cargo version, an 11-seater variant, a nine-seater, or a seven-seater version. Locally, this model has five different variants. There’s the Cargo MT, Commuter MT, GLS+ AT, Premium+ AT AWD nine-seater, and the Premium+ AT AWD seven-seater. Their prices then range from Php 1,560,000 to Php 3,090,000.
Under the hood of the Staria is a 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine that produces up to 173 horsepower and 430 Nm of torque. It is then paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox or a six-speed manual transmission. The Premium+ trims are the only ones that have all-wheel-drive.
Size-wise, this subcompact is 5,253mm long, 1,970mm wide, and 1,990mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 3,273mm, and it has a ground clearance of 186mm.
Locally, the Staria competes against the Toyota Hiace and the Kia Carnival.
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Hyundai Staria Launch
The 2024 Staria was officially launched along with the re-entry of Hyundai into the Philippine market. Of note, it is now under the management of Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc.
As of launch, the Staria has four variants. There’s the Cargo 2.2 CRDi MT, Commuter 2.2 CRDi MT, GLS+ 2.2 CRDi AT, and the Premium+ 2.2 CRDi AT. The nine-seater version of the Premium+ was then added to the variant roster in 2024.
Hyundai Staria Exterior
The top-spec Staria comes kitted out with dual LED headlamps as well as daytime running headlamps. It also gets LED taillights, a sunroof, power-folding side mirrors, a power tailgate, as well as a rear spoiler.
It then rides on a set of 18-inch alloy wheels.
Hyundai Staria Interior
Depending on the variant, the Staria gets nappa leather seats, and power adjustability for the front cabin seats. The second row can also be reclined.
Occupants are then kept comfortable with automatic climate control, while the driver is provided with an electrochromic rearview mirror, a push-to-start button, as well as a 10.25-inch TFT LCD gauge cluster.
Technology & Safety Features
The higher-spec trims of the Staria are equipped with an eight-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. These can accept voice commands, and it is linked to a BOSE speaker system. A wireless charging pad is also present.
Handling safety for the top-spec variant of this model are dual front airbags, side airbags, curtain airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock braking with multi-collision brake, hill-start assist, lane keep assist, forward collision avoidance assist, tire pressure monitoring, parking distance warning, and a 360-degree view monitor. It also comes with cruise control, which is adaptive for the Premium+.
Hyundai Staria Chassis
The Staria Philippines uses a MacPherson strut for the front and a Coil-spring-type suspension for the rear. The Cargo is the only trim that comes with leaf springs for the rear.
Braking for this model is handled by disc brakes. Only the top-spec Premium+ and GLS+ get an electronic parking brake.
Hyundai Staria Engine
Powering the Hyundai Staria 2024 is a 2.2-liter CRDi (turbodiesel) engine. At the most, this mill can dish out 173 horsepower and 431 Nm of torque. Depending on the trim, it either gets a six-speed manual gearbox, or an eight-speed automatic gearbox.
Only the top-spec trim is all-wheel-drive. The rest on the other hand are front-wheel-drive.
Hyundai Staria 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Staria 2.2 CRDi Cargo 6MT | ₱1,560,000 |
| Hyundai Staria 2.2 CRDi Commuter 6MT | ₱1,850,000 |
| Hyundai Staria 2.2 CRDi GLS+ 8AT | ₱2,320,000 |
| Hyundai Staria 2.2 CRDi Premium+ 8AT AWD 9-Seater | ₱2,830,000 |
| Hyundai Staria 2.2 CRDi Premium+ 8AT AWD 7-Seater | ₱3,030,000 |
₱ 1,560,000 - ₱ 3,030,000
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